The Bible contains thousands of named individuals, but the “major” characters are usually those who serve as pillars of the narrative or founders of the faith. Here is a list of the most influential figures, organized by their role in the biblical story. The Old Testament (The Hebrew Bible) The…

If you were choosing a nickname for two of your closest friends, “Sons of Thunder” sounds pretty epic, right? It sounds like a superhero duo or a heavy metal band. But when Jesus gave this title to the brothers James and John, it wasn’t just a cool label—it was a…